First off, let me tell you, the internet is your friend… kinda. Always, *always* check out the official Armani website. I mean, duh, right? But seriously, it’s the best place to see what their watches *actually* look like. Pay attention to the little details. The font, the placement of the logo, the sheen of the metal. Fakers often screw up the small stuff.
And speaking of details, get out your magnifying glass (okay, maybe just zoom in on the online pics if you’re buying online). Look for sloppy craftsmanship. Is the stitching wonky? Is the dial all blurry or… *gasp*… 3D printed?! Yeah, apparently, some of these guys in India are using 3D printing to crank out fake dials. That’s just… sad.
Also, the back of the watch is a goldmine, or rather, a fake-goldmine. Each *real* Armani Exchange watch should have a unique serial number engraved on the back. If it’s missing, or looks like it was etched on with a rusty nail, red flags should be waving like crazy.
Another thing, and this is just my opinion, but if the price is too good to be true, it probably is. I mean, come on. These aren’t bargain-basement timepieces. If you’re finding an “Armani” watch for the price of a pizza, it’s probably as real as a unicorn.
The crown! Don’t forget to peek at the crown! The little winder thingy. Is it properly aligned? Does it feel cheap and flimsy? Trust your gut. Sometimes, it’s just a feeling, y’know?
Now, someone out there is gonna say, “But wait! I heard Armani watches are made in the same factory as the real deal, just with cheaper materials!” And yeah, there’s *some* truth to that. You might be getting something made with stainless steel instead of platinum. But that doesn’t mean it’s a fake. It just means it’s a more affordable Armani. There’s a difference between affordable and outright counterfeit.
And seriously, pay attention to the buckles! (I had to look that up too, lol!) Like, are they solid? Do they feel like they’ll fall apart if you look at them wrong?
